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Formula One star Lewis Hamilton has been restricted from driving Scuderia Ferrari’s older machinery for the time being. The limitation follows an incident last month in which he crashed an SF-23 during running. As a result, Hamilton must wait before he can return to that type of track time.
Restrictions on testing older cars are not unusual when a team weighs the value of its limited resources against the risk of further damage. For Hamilton, adjusting to a new team and equipment naturally comes with a period of acclimation. Patience now could pay off as he settles into the partnership and prepares for the demands of the competitive season ahead.